Fuellers, bloggers, readers have you met Doll yet on the Fuelmyblog community? No? Then read on and find out more about this doll slightly out of the ordinary…

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–>What’s your name?

My name is Doll.

–>What’s the name of your blog?

Doll in New York City

–>What’s the URL of your blog?

http://dollnyc.blogspot.com/

–>How old is your blog?

I had the idea for a blog even before computers were invented, back in the fifties. My tiny hands make it difficult to type and upload images, so I hired an assistant in the spring of 2008 to help me put it all together.

–>If you’re willing to share, how many visitors per day do you have to your blog?

Some days it can be as many as two or three, and other days no one visits me. It hurts my feelings but those are the days that inspire and fuel my creative spirit. I grab my camera and tell the girl to record that Oprah program and watch it later.  I insist we go shoot on those days, even if the weather is bad. I can do five, six, seven shoots in a single day and still have energy for more. My assistant is one who gets tired and cranky.

–>How much time do you spend blogging every week?

I like to say that I am working on the blog 24/7. Unfortunately, due to my small stature I rely on the assistance of others, who may not share my same dedication and drive.

–>Is it the creative process or the editing process which take you longest when writing a post?

As you know from your research, I am a former model and am quite comfortable in front of the camera. I take great pride in setting up the shot, or as I call it, “the scene”. This requires intense effort and concentration on my part.

–>What inspired you to first start writing a blog?

I would have to say that the inspiration for the blog is my deep desire to help others, similar to what drives Angelina. Many have written to me asking for advice, and I am considering an “Ask Doll” feature in the near future, where I will offer advice on hair, make-up, and fashion. You may have noticed my perfectly coiffed hair and fashionable frock?

–>What do you do to get inspired to write?

Usually I am not at a loss for words, but if I am I march straight into the kitchen and whip up a nice Tarte Tatin!

–>How do you market your blog?

Funny you should ask! I inquired at the market about my blog and they didn’t have the faintest idea of what I was talking about! I asked to speak to the manager but they told me he was in a meeting. I am going back tomorrow.

–>What are the blogging tools you cannot do without?

The one thing I must have on the set is my compact powder. It can get quite hot under those lights and a shiny forehead is never acceptable! I would also have to say that unlike other celebrities, I have never gone under the knife.  I had lunch with Joan the other day, and needless to say, she did not believe me! She even pretended to look for the scars around my ears!  We had a good laugh about that!

–>Is there anything that you simply refuse to blog about?

My predilection for wearing slacks around the house.

–>If you went for a job interview and were told that you’d have to close your blog in order to get the job, how would you react/feel about it?

Fortunately my late husband Edward was very smart about investing and what not, so I will never have to worry about such things.

–>Do you talk about your blog with your relatives and friends or do you avoid mentioning it?

Generally it is considered poor taste to refer to oneself in conversation. When visiting friends and relatives, I look around rather inauspiciously and locate the main computer. Later in the evening I excuse myself to the powder room, sidle up to the computer – quick! like a bunny- and change their homepage to point to my blog.

–>What is the biggest mistake you made when starting your blog?

Mistake?

–>Any tips for aspiring bloggers?

If you are on a tight budget and have to bring something to a dinner party, ask to bring dessert. Everybody loves dessert, and it’s almost invariably the least expensive course on the menu.

–>Who are the bloggers that you look up to the most?

I was not actually aware that there are other blogs.

–>Do you still see yourself blogging in 5 years time?

Oh, yes! 5,10,15, 20! As long as I am alive I will be blogging! When will this interview be on television?

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